Business Details
27 Years
experience
Minneapolis Premier Tattoo & Piercing Studio
Steady Tattoo & Body Piercing has been a trusted name in the Minneapolis tattoo and piercing industry for 24 years. Our studio is home to highly trained professional piercers and resident artists specializing in diverse tattoo styles, including blackwork, lettering, and geometric designs. We prioritize a clean, safe environment for all services, offering personalized consultations and walk-in availability.Our commitment to customer satisfaction is reflected in our licensed professionals, state-compliant practices, and flexible booking options through online scheduling or direct communication. With a focus on artistic excellence and client comfort, we serve both first-time visitors and seasoned enthusiasts seeking quality body art and piercings.
Services
Custom Tattoos
Body Piercings
Walk-in Appointments
Artist Consultations
Jewelry Sales
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- We offer 24 years of combined experience in tattoo and piercing artistry.
- Our licensed professionals maintain strict safety and hygiene standards.
- Walk-in availability complements our flexible appointment scheduling.
- Custom consultations ensure personalized artistic collaboration.
- We provide extensive jewelry options for all piercing needs.
Services
Custom Tattoos
Our resident artists create personalized tattoos in styles ranging from blackwork to geometric patterns. Clients collaborate directly with artists during free consultations to refine ideas. With walk-in availability and appointment options, we accommodate both spontaneous and planned tattoo projects while maintaining high artistic standards.
Body Piercings
We offer safe, hygienic piercings performed by licensed professionals with decades of combined experience. Services include ear, facial, oral, and body piercings using titanium and gold jewelry options. Our studio provides aftercare guidance and follows Minnesota state regulations for minors with parental consent documentation requirements.
Artist Consultations
Free consultations allow clients to discuss tattoo concepts directly with artists. Sessions cover design details, placement, and reference imagery to ensure client vision alignment. Available for all resident artists, consultations help create tailored body art solutions while maintaining realistic expectations about outcomes.
Walk-in Appointments
Selected artists offer first-come, first-served walk-in tattoos on Thursdays. Piercing walk-ins available during weekday hours when schedule permits. This flexibility accommodates clients seeking immediate service while maintaining quality standards through proper time allocation for each procedure.
Jewelry Sales
Our studio provides extensive piercing jewelry options starting at $30, including titanium and 14k/18k gold selections. Upgrades available for all standard piercings, with pricing transparently displayed for common procedures. We also sell aftercare solutions starting at $8 to support proper healing processes.
People
Ryan Malone
Licensed Body Piercer
With nearly thirty years of experience, Ryan Malone is a seasoned piercer and former studio owner. His expertise includes advanced techniques and safety protocols, ensuring clients receive professional service in a hygienic environment.
Katie Boatright
Licensed Body Piercer
Katie Boatright brings seven years of industry experience, including three years as a licensed piercer. She specializes in modern piercing methods and maintains strict adherence to safety standards for all procedures.
Questions
What tattoo styles do your artists specialize in?
Our artists specialize in blackwork, lettering, fineline, and geometric styles but accept commissions across all tattoo genres.
Do you offer piercing services for minors?
Yes, we pierce minors with parental consent and proper documentation per Minnesota state law.
What jewelry options are available?
We offer titanium and 14k/18k gold jewelry starting at $30, with various upgrade options available.
Are walk-in piercings available?
Piercing walk-ins are available during weekdays when schedule permits, with priority given to appointments.
How long has your studio been in business?
Steady Tattoo has operated in Minneapolis for 24 years, establishing itself as a respected industry leader.
Reviews (6)
An Rouch
Nov 24, 2021
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I have had 5 piercings done here over the last few years and I've always had a great experience. They take great care of their clients and will give you the best advice even if it means they won't get a sale that day.
David Mena
Oct 24, 2021
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My experience was stellar. The site is neat and tidy. The staff are professional and patient. I was in for an eyebrow piercing by Alex - the process was quick and straightforward. At time of writing (10/18/2021), masks are required and only one client allowed inside at a time. I would visit them again!
Bridget Kohn
Oct 21, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism
I got my nostril pierced by Raechelle and it was amazing! She really made me feel comfortable throughout the experience. Raechelle was very professional and knowledgeable. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a new piercer! My piercing healed great and I love it!
Service:Nose piercing
I got my nostril pierced by Raechelle and it was amazing! She really made me feel comfortable throughout the experience. Raechelle was very professional and knowledgeable. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a new piercer! My piercing healed great and I love it!
Service:Nose piercing
Marisa Wojciechowski
Oct 12, 2021
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I got my ears pierced here in Augustmy first piercingand it turned out to be a nightmare. I wanted to go to a reputable piercing place instead of a Claires at a mall, but Claires might have been better. The skin grew over the back of my piercing, and I had to go to the doctor to get the piercing removed from my earlobe! It was also infected. I cleaned it every day for weeks when I got it, and it looked good at the follow-up appointment. I was very clear about this being my first piercing and needing thorough aftercare instructions. The doctor said it was the worst earring shed
Chioma Uwagwu
Sep 17, 2021
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Appt was early Sept:
I got a floating navel pricing but my pricer pierced it with a 14g but 1/2in bar WAY TOO SMALL! It only took 3-4 days for it to start to embed had to go to different shop to get a longer bar (the only reason I didn't go back to steady is because my work schedule didn't line up and another place could get me in). I was in a lot of pain due to sheer swelling.. I eventually just took it out because the embed jewelry was giving early signs of infection. irritated that for pricing, then getting fixed at another place then doctor the dumb thing cost upwards of 200
I got a floating navel pricing but my pricer pierced it with a 14g but 1/2in bar WAY TOO SMALL! It only took 3-4 days for it to start to embed had to go to different shop to get a longer bar (the only reason I didn't go back to steady is because my work schedule didn't line up and another place could get me in). I was in a lot of pain due to sheer swelling.. I eventually just took it out because the embed jewelry was giving early signs of infection. irritated that for pricing, then getting fixed at another place then doctor the dumb thing cost upwards of 200
Taylor
Sep 13, 2021
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The staff are really personable and take covid seriously. It can be really hard to find a good piercer and Selina totally understood my concerns. They have a collaborative approach rather than the paternalistic attitude you get from many piercers. I wouldn't get pierced anywhere else.
